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Anchorage, AK Weather on July 11

Anchorage hits 78°F on July 11, 2005: Peak summer heat record

On July 11, 2005, Anchorage experienced its hottest day on record for this date, reaching 78°F. This represents a remarkable 10-degree spike above the typical high of 68°F and stands as an outlier in the city's 30-year temperature history for this date. The record low of 48°F, set in 1972, shows the wide range of conditions possible even in the heart of Alaskan summer.

By Weather On This Day|
Avg High
68°F
Avg Low
54°F
Record High
81°F
2004
Record Low
48°F
2021
Anchorage, AK on July 11 — Temperature History40°F60°F80°F100°F19801990200020102020HighLow

What to Expect on July 11

Planning for July 11th in Anchorage, AK? Great weather for outdoor activities. Consider bringing rain gear or an umbrella.

Frequently Asked Questions

What was the warmest July 11 ever in Anchorage?

The warmest July 11 in Anchorage, AK reached 81°F in 2004. That is 13°F above the long-term average high of 68°F.

What was the coldest July 11 ever in Anchorage?

The coldest July 11 in Anchorage, AK dropped to 48°F in 2021. That is 6°F below the long-term average low of 54°F.

What is the average temperature on July 11 in Anchorage?

On July 11, Anchorage averages a high of 68°F and a low of 54°F based on 30 years of NOAA weather observations from ANCHORAGE PARK STRIP.

How many years of weather data are available for July 11 in Anchorage?

We have 30 years of weather records for July 11 in Anchorage, AK, sourced from NOAA's Global Historical Climatology Network. Records include daily high and low temperatures, precipitation, and snowfall data going back to 2025.

July 11 Weather History in Anchorage

YearHighLowPrecipSnow
202571°F51°F0"--
202467°F56°F0"--
202361°F53°F0"--
202277°F58°F0"--
202165°F48°F0"--
202069°F57°F0.08"--
201963°F58°F0"--
201862°F51°F0.74"--
201766°F52°F0"--
201669°F60°F0.03"--
201570°F56°F0.03"--
201469°F54°F0.03"--
201378°F57°F0.03"--
201261°F50°F0"--
201165°F54°F0.05"--
201063°F49°F0.05"--
200967°F55°F0"--
200861°F52°F0.05"--
200768°F51°F0"--
200670°F50°F0"--
200570°F56°F0"--
200481°F59°F0"--
200372°F58°F0"--
200272°F58°F0"--
200161°F51°F0.2"--
200072°F57°F0"--
199966°F55°F0.23"--
199863°F54°F0.51"--
197268°F48°F0"--
197169°F56°F0"--

Based on 30 years of data from NOAA station: ANCHORAGE PARK STRIP

How Has July 11 Changed?

The last decade has been 2.1°F cooler on this date compared to 20-30 years ago.

Monthly Climate Averages

Historical temperature and precipitation averages for Anchorage, AK, based on 55+ years of weather data.

Warmest MonthJulyAvg High: 68°F / Low: 53°F
Coldest MonthJanuaryAvg High: 22°F / Low: 8°F
Jan
22°/ 8°
💧 2.6"
❄️ 1.2"
Feb
28°/ 13°
💧 3.5"
❄️ 2.3"
Mar
34°/ 17°
💧 3.2"
❄️ 2.1"
Apr
46°/ 29°
💧 2.1"
❄️ 1.2"
May
57°/ 40°
💧 2.4"
❄️ 1.2"
Jun
65°/ 49°
💧 2.8"
Jul
68°/ 53°
💧 4.4"
Aug
66°/ 51°
💧 5.2"
Sep
57°/ 43°
💧 5.3"
❄️ 3.2"
Oct
43°/ 31°
💧 4.0"
❄️ 1.7"
Nov
29°/ 17°
💧 3.5"
❄️ 1.5"
Dec
25°/ 11°
💧 5.4"
❄️ 1.7"

Temperatures in Fahrenheit. Precipitation and snowfall in inches.

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